Uvita Surf Collective — Sharing Waves

Donated surf gear, matched with local kids on the Ballena Coast. No bureaucracy — just stoke.

🏄 I have gear A board in the garage, a wetsuit that doesn't fit — or you're flying home and can't take it. Takes 60 seconds. Donate it → 🌊 Necesito equipo Under 18 and want to surf? Message us on WhatsApp or fill out a short form. Gear is free for approved applicants. Pedir equipo →
NEEDED RIGHT NOW
Soft tops 7'0+ Shortboards Youth leashes Kids rashguards S–M Wax & fins
IN THE RACK

Gear ready for a new home.

What's here today. See something your size? Ask for it by name.

7'2" funboard
Good condition · one repaired ding
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6'0" shortboard
Like new · fins included
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Youth wetsuit, size 12
Good condition
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RECENT MATCHES

Old boards, new surfers.

A donated longboard finds its next rider at Playa Colonia.

First wave ever — on a board that flew here from California.

The Saturday crew, fully kitted by donations.

Donors get one of these photos when their gear is matched. Follow along on Instagram.

TRAVELERS

Flying home? Leave the board.

Airline board fees often cost more than the board is worth. Skip the hassle at the airport — drop it with us in Uvita on your way out, and it stays in the water where it belongs. We'll send you a photo of its next rider.

Drop-off in Uvita
📍Central Uvita — exact spot shared when you reach out
💬Coordinate by WhatsApp — same-day pickup often possible
💵Cash donations (SINPE, PayPal, Venmo) buy gear only — never handed to individuals
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WHY WE DO THIS

Standing sideways changes lives.

For many of us, surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding have been a way to navigate life, find purpose, and build identity through difficult times. Surf gear isn’t cheap, and plenty of good gear still has life in it, so we keep it moving. Community-run, no bureaucracy, 100% of gear goes directly to local kids.

01
Give or ask

Donors send a photo of their gear; kids send a message or a short form.

02
We match

We pair gear to riders by size, level, and need — coordinated over WhatsApp.

03
Waves get shared

Pickup in Uvita, board hits the water, donor gets the photo. Pura vida.

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